Welder

ZipRecruiter; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading dairy company as a Welder I in Hull, Iowa, where you will be responsible for welding and preventative maintenance. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits and a unique work schedule that promotes a better work-life balance.

Benefits

401(k) with up to a 7% company match

3 Weeks PTO

Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of related welding experience and/or training required.
• Experience welding with stick welders to make repairs in various positions is essential.
• Knowledge of food-grade repairs needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily preventive maintenance of equipment and systems.
• Weld and fabricate various equipment and parts.
• Assist in troubleshooting production issues.

Skills

Welding stainless steel

Blueprint reading

Preventative maintenance

Pipe fitting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Job Type: Regular

Invest in you, Join Agropur. We dairy you!

Work only 14 shifts per month and enjoy more long weekends!

Text key word “Agropur” to 608-564-5884 and then text JR19616 to apply today!

How Agropur invests in YOU:

• Starting wage of $34.91
• Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00
• $1.50 Shift Differential + Double Time on Sundays and Holidays
• 2-2-3 Rotational Schedule Day Shift

• Competitive and comprehensive compensation package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Insurance

• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

What’s involved in this role:

We are looking for a Welder I in Hull, Iowa.

The Welder I is responsible for performing welding-related preventative maintenance and repair, assisting the production team in troubleshooting issues to maximize production efficiency.

• Perform daily preventive maintenance of equipment and systems.
• Handle repairs of mechanical and building equipment in a timely manner to limit production loss.
• Weld and fabricate a variety of equipment and parts.
• Install equipment per layout drawings.
• Prepare parts list for ordering as needed.
• Assist plant production team troubleshoot production problems.
• Understand and adhere to all Quality Assurance policies, immediately reporting any potential food safety issues to management.
• Ensure hot permits, confined space permits, and other safety-related paperwork are completed. Also, ensure all PPE and safety protocols are followed.
• Perform sanitary welding and moderate pipe fitting (stainless, copper, PVC, etc.).

What you need to join our team:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one (1) year of related welding experience and/or training required.
• Experience welding stainless steel and making food-grade repairs required.
• Experience welding with stick welders to make repairs in horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions required.
• Experience reading and understanding blueprints required.

Where you’ll be working:

Hull, Iowa

• Our Hull, Iowa plant employs approximately 180 people. We produce mozzarella, parmesan, romano, cheddar, gouda, and Monterey Jack cheeses, as well as various whey streams.
• Agropur’s US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese annually. We create over 20 varieties and provide whey protein and dry ingredients as by-products of cheesemaking. As one of the world’s largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with recognizable food, beverage, and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropur.com

We dairy you! JOIN AGROPUR.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Agropur values diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment. We accommodate candidates upon request. Note: Knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

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